Embark on an enchanting journey this Valentine’s Day with our curated date itineraries in the heart of DowntownDC! In honor of Black History Month, we’ve also curated a special Black Love itinerary to celebrate our favorite Black-owned businesses perfect for treating that special someone.
Our carefully-crafted itineraries offer diverse date ideas in different price ranges, ensuring memorable experiences for every couple no matter the price tag. Let downtown D.C. be the backdrop of your love story this season as you explore and embrace the magic of the love.
From: DowontownDC BID to You
LIGHT ON THE POCKETS ♥
LIGHT ON THE POCKETS ♥
DINING
i. Dinner and a Show at The Carlyle Room
Two shows: February 14, 6:00 & 8:15 p.m., $25 per person
ii. Maman – Penn Quarter Limited Edition Sips & Sweets
Available February 1-14, $5-$7, Je’Taime Cookie/White Chocolate Raspberry Rose Cookie/We Go Together PB&J Cruffin/Spread Love Nutella Brownie/Sweetheart Homemade Brownie
i. Dinner and a Show at The Carlyle Room
Two shows: February 14, 6:00 & 8:15 p.m., $25 per person
ii. Maman – Penn Quarter Limited Edition Sips & Sweets
Available February 1-14, $5-$7, Je’Taime Cookie/White Chocolate Raspberry Rose Cookie/We Go Together PB&J Cruffin/Spread Love Nutella Brownie/Sweetheart Homemade Brownie
EXPERIENCE
i. Rage Against Love at Kraken Axes
February 11, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., $34 per person, Includes a beverage after your rage!
ii. Future of Orchids: Conservation and Collaboration at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Museum Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Free
iii. Museum of Illusions: Sip, Sweet, Love Repeat
February 10 & 14, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m., $24 per person
i. Rage Against Love at Kraken Axes
February 11, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., $34 per person, Includes a beverage after your rage!
ii. Future of Orchids: Conservation and Collaboration at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Museum Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Free
iii. Museum of Illusions: Sip, Sweet, Love Repeat
February 10 & 14, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m., $24 per person
ADDED TOUCH
i. Treats at Teaism
Chocolate + Hojicha Cake, with rose cream frosting ($6/slice, runs from February 12-19)
ii. Bob Marley: One Love at Landmark E Street Cinema:
Screening February 14 & 15 at 4:25 p.m. and 7:25 p.m., $12 per person
iii. Take a stroll in Franklin Park
1315 I Street NW, Free
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i. Treats at Teaism
Chocolate + Hojicha Cake, with rose cream frosting ($6/slice, runs from February 12-19)
ii. Bob Marley: One Love at Landmark E Street Cinema:
Screening February 14 & 15 at 4:25 p.m. and 7:25 p.m., $12 per person
iii. Take a stroll in Franklin Park
1315 I Street NW, Free
From: DowontownDC BID to You
GOING STEADY ♥♥
GOING STEADY ♥♥
DINING
i. Fig & Olive – CityCenterDC
February 14, three-course prix fixe menu, $72 per person
ii. Cranes
Supplementary Course/Oysters Trio ($14), Supplementary Dessert/Chocolate Panna Cotta ($14), Omakase & Pairing – Specially curated 9-course Omakase menu ($148, regular pairing additional $68 and elevated pairing additional $98)
iii. Taffers Tavern
February 14, three-course dinner including a La Marca Prosecco toast, $75 for two
i. Fig & Olive – CityCenterDC
February 14, three-course prix fixe menu, $72 per person
ii. Cranes
Supplementary Course/Oysters Trio ($14), Supplementary Dessert/Chocolate Panna Cotta ($14), Omakase & Pairing – Specially curated 9-course Omakase menu ($148, regular pairing additional $68 and elevated pairing additional $98)
iii. Taffers Tavern
February 14, three-course dinner including a La Marca Prosecco toast, $75 for two
EXPERIENCE
i. Date Night Special at Puttery DC
February 14, $40 per person, Unlimited gameplay/ three-course Valentine’s Day dinner/glass of champagne
ii. Love Pong at SPIN
February 9-17, $70 per person, all-inclusive party package including 2 hour premium bar package/2 hour unlimited ping pong/dedicated server
iii. Chocolate Truffle Making Class
February 11, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., $45 per person, Facilitated by Chef William Ham of Figleaf Bar & Lounge
i. Date Night Special at Puttery DC
February 14, $40 per person, Unlimited gameplay/ three-course Valentine’s Day dinner/glass of champagne
ii. Love Pong at SPIN
February 9-17, $70 per person, all-inclusive party package including 2 hour premium bar package/2 hour unlimited ping pong/dedicated server
iii. Chocolate Truffle Making Class
February 11, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., $45 per person, Facilitated by Chef William Ham of Figleaf Bar & Lounge
ADDED TOUCH
i. Delictables from House of Chocolates
Fresh dipped chocolate strawberries everyday, $75-$175
ii. Tatte Bakery & Café
Cakes/tarts/ desserts/gift assortments available for special order pick-up, Place order by February 12 at 8:00 p.m. for February 14 delivery or pick-up
iii. Maman – Penn Quarter Valentine’s Day Heart Gift Box
$60, Place order by February 11 for February 14 delivery
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i. Delictables from House of Chocolates
Fresh dipped chocolate strawberries everyday, $75-$175
ii. Tatte Bakery & Café
Cakes/tarts/ desserts/gift assortments available for special order pick-up, Place order by February 12 at 8:00 p.m. for February 14 delivery or pick-up
$60, Place order by February 11 for February 14 delivery
From: DowontownDC BID to You
THE FINER THINGS ♥♥♥
THE FINER THINGS ♥♥♥
DINING
i. Dinner for Two at Del Frisco’s
February 10 – 17, $295 (for two)
ii. Estuary
February 14, three-course menu with optional wine pairing, $115 per person and additional $50 for wine pairing, live harpist from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. and poems on demand from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Conrad Washington DC atrium
iii. Philotimo
Februay 14 from 5:00 – 9:30 p.m., three-course tasting menu from Chef Nicholas Stefanelli and a glass of Mastiha as a post-dinner perípatos
i. Dinner for Two at Del Frisco’s
February 10 – 17, $295 (for two)
ii. Estuary
February 14, three-course menu with optional wine pairing, $115 per person and additional $50 for wine pairing, live harpist from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. and poems on demand from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Conrad Washington DC atrium
iii. Philotimo
Februay 14 from 5:00 – 9:30 p.m., three-course tasting menu from Chef Nicholas Stefanelli and a glass of Mastiha as a post-dinner perípatos
EXPERIENCE
i. Drunk Shakespeare Valentine’s Show/s
February 14, $40 per person, Unlimited gameplay/ three-course Valentine’s Day dinner/glass of champagne
ii. Couples Massage Mastery at Eaton DC
February 14, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., $250 for one couple, Lead by licensed massage therapist Nicole Jackson
i. Drunk Shakespeare Valentine’s Show/s
February 14, $40 per person, Unlimited gameplay/ three-course Valentine’s Day dinner/glass of champagne
ii. Couples Massage Mastery at Eaton DC
February 14, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., $250 for one couple, Lead by licensed massage therapist Nicole Jackson
ADDED TOUCH
i. A Beautiful Bouquet from House of Flowers
Price range from $95 – $295
ii. Love in Bloom at Christian Louboutin & Café
New styles from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection, available at CityCenterDC, Store Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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i. A Beautiful Bouquet from House of Flowers
Price range from $95 – $295
ii. Love in Bloom at Christian Louboutin & Café
New styles from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection, available at CityCenterDC, Store Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
From: DowontownDC BID to You
♥ BLACK LOVE ♥
♥ BLACK LOVE ♥
DINING
Kitchen + Kocktails
Start your evening enjoying a meal with soul at Kitchen & Kocktails, where love is served in every dish and specialty drink. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m., prices vary
Kitchen + Kocktails
Start your evening enjoying a meal with soul at Kitchen & Kocktails, where love is served in every dish and specialty drink. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m., prices vary
EXPERIENCE
Ida’s Idea
Find that unique piece that speaks to your unique love story. Open daily from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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Ida’s Idea
Find that unique piece that speaks to your unique love story. Open daily from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
